Ignite Your Next Opportunity Looking for work can feel like a job of its own. Whether you’re searching for your first job, thinking about a career change, or ready for your next opportunity, having the right tools can make the process a little easier. There’s no single trick that guarantees you’ll land the role, but a few small changes can help you put your best foot forward. Here are six [...]
Building confidence, one opportunity at a time When Ashlee first connected with YMCA Employment Services, she was still in high school and ready to enter the workforce. There was just one challenge: without much previous work experience, getting that first opportunity was proving difficult. “I struggled to hear back from employers, my resume wasn’t strong, and I lacked confidence.” Building the tools to succeed With [...]
Every Journey Starts Somewhere For Deandra, returning to the workforce was about more than finding a job. After spending time as a stay-at-home mom, she was ready to create greater stability for herself and her children, but she knew she could use some support along the way. To take the next step, Deandra connected with YMCA Employment Services. Strengthening Skills When Deandra first connected with [...]
Every Journey Starts Somewhere When Mehad arrived in Niagara, she was excited for a new beginning, but unsure where to start. She had built a career in business, supply chain management, and marketing, but in a new country, everything felt unfamiliar. She was navigating a new culture, a new language, and wondering where to begin. As someone who describes herself as outgoing, she wanted to make friends and connect [...]
YMCA of Niagara’s In Motion & Momentum+ youth employment program is featured in the St. Catharines Standard, highlighting confidence, connection, and employment readiness.
After arriving in Canada alone, Jauhar found hope, guidance, and a new career through YMCA Employment Services in Niagara. Read his inspiring story.
A New Beginning in Niagara When Sai and her husband, Karthic, left India to pursue their Master’s degrees in the United States, they dreamed of building a bright future together. But as the COVID-19 pandemic reshaped the world, they felt called to Canada — drawn by its strong pandemic response and reputation for welcoming newcomers. Arriving in the Niagara Region was exciting but challenging. Even with postgraduate degrees, [...]
A New Life, and the Courage to Begin When Samah arrived in Canada in 2023 with her three children, she brought with her a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, a Project Management Professional certification, and a deep sense of purpose. What she didn’t bring was a roadmap. Moving to a new country is rarely just about geography—it’s about finding your footing in unfamiliar systems, understanding where you fit, and rebuilding [...]
